IMPROVEMENT OF DECISION-MAKING IN CONSTRUCTION THROUGH RELIABLE AND TIMELY INFORMATION
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.14529/em160307Keywords:
reporting, scheduling, decision-making, computer aid, KPI, lag time, construction management, investment.Abstract
Construction firms usually perform certain part of production with their own force and the rest is obtained
through subcontractors. The operation based methods of project scheduling are currently widespread within
sector, whereas, available finance and resources are usually of the highest priority. Thus, multi-objective analysis
within scheduling process was addressed throughout the research. Accurate information is the key factor for
securing smooth construction execution as the sector is characterized by numerous variations in time. The activities
of progress recording and reporting are often carried out as heterogeneous and segregate processes,
however, their integration offers significant enhancements. Therefore, KPI based alert system together with
standardized information input were suggested.
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